I was diagnosed with bipolar disorder type II.

Damn, I knew it.
I suspected it, and I went to see a psychiatrist today and damn it, even though I thought it was a possibility, it is really hard to deal with this new information.
I always thought I had a joyful personality with a hint of depression from some of my past experiences, but then I'm being diagnosed by a professional and everything now has another taste.
I don't think I'll be taking the medication... I'm in a neutral phase now, or so I think.
The psychiatrist said that 80% of the doctors have a mental health disorder, among which bipolar, she was trying to soothe me and convince me it was okay (even though I already seemed completely okay with it...) but damn is it hard to accept. I just didn't show it.
I wish me the best, and I wish all the people having it the best too.

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Cassieeeee · 31-35, F

Today? she gave you a diagnosis after your first appointment?

Friendlyperson · 26-30, F

@Cassieeeee
Yes.
I had the symptoms coming on and off for four years... in those four years I had several months of depression followed by several months of feeling absolutely great. (I didn't take treatment either ways) It happened 3 times overall...

Cassieeeee · 31-35, F

@Friendlyperson She still shouldn't have given you a diagnosis after your first appointment. Are you going into treatment now? Or getting any psychoeducation?

Friendlyperson · 26-30, F

@Cassieeeee
She prescribed medication, but I'm planning to check another doctor to see if I actually need them.
No psychoeducation though, I already went to her with the diagnosis in my mind so yeah, I'm aware of everything so far...
Thank you for caring

Cassieeeee · 31-35, F

@Friendlyperson That's crazy, you should definitely get a second opinion.. 🤗

Friendlyperson · 26-30, F

@Cassieeeee Thank you for your care, I really do appreciate it.